Since 2001, American Prairie has worked to create the largest wildlife reserve in the lower 48. That plan includes grazing 900 head of bison on state and federal lands. But legal seesawing between land managers, government agencies and American Prairie has put that plan into limbo. MTPR’s Victoria Traxler sat down with the Billings Gazette Outdoors Editor Brett French to learn where things currently stand for American Prairie bison, and what may come next.
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Just years after the game of basketball was invented, an all-girls team of Indigenous players was going full-court — in woolen dresses. The Fort Shaw Indian Girls Basketball Team blazed a trail for those who’d come after them. So — what made the team so special? MTPR’s Victoria Traxler caught wind of the team and wanted to find out.
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This program features a tribute to composer and pianist Phillip Aaberg who passed away May 23rd of 2026. This episode features archival recordings of two Spotlight programs from past seasons. One is from a 2002 show produced by former program co-host Brian Kopper, and the second features host John Floridis' visit with Phil from 2013.
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For this episode of ‘The Write Question,’ host Lauren Korn speaks with Sterling HolyWhiteMountain, Executive Director of the James Welch Native Lit Fest, taking place July 15-18, 2026.
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Squoosh. Squoosh. My feet, encased in calf-high rubber boots, sank into the thick sphagnum moss, and water crept up to my ankles. I pulled one foot free with a loud squelch, lunged towards the nearest hummock, then rescued my other foot.
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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is set to appear before the Senate for his confirmation hearing. And, Immigration and Customs Enforcement has paused most traffic stops after recent deadly shootings.
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A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil billed as one of the world's largest and most complete specimens was sold for a record $50.1 million Tuesday to a mystery bidder.
